brachycephaly

Meanings

• Noun

  A condition in which the skull is abnormally short from front to back, resulting in a disproportionately large forehead and a flattened or squashed appearance of the face.

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Variants

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brachycephalic , brachycephalies , brachycephaly

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'brachy' meaning short and 'cephalos' meaning head.

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Trivia

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1. Brachycephaly is more common in certain dog breeds due to selective breeding for specific physical traits.

2. In humans, brachycephaly is more common in certain ethnic groups, such as Inuit and Polynesian populations.

3. Brachycephaly can lead to various health issues, including breathing difficulties, vision problems, and developmental delays.

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Related Concepts

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1. Microcephaly: A condition in which the skull is smaller than normal in size.

2. Plagiocephaly: A condition in which the skull is asymmetrical, resulting in one side of the forehead being more prominent than the other.

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Culture

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Brachycephaly is often associated with certain breeds of dogs, such as Bulldogs and Pugs, and is also seen in some human populations, particularly in certain ethnic groups. It can lead to various health issues, including breathing difficulties and vision problems.

How to Memorize "brachycephaly"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a dog or human face with a disproportionately large forehead and a flattened or squashed appearance.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the appearance of a Bulldog or Pug.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'brachycephaly' as 'short head'.

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